Index
In the case of Vietnam, the foundations of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 16 index points, from 56 in 1995 to 72 to 2024.
Vietnam
Compared globally, Vietnam’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Protection dimension has decreased over 1997-2018, suggesting deterioration in the institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Vietnam is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its recurrent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of a riverine flood in 2000 (affecting 6% of the population) and tropical cyclone in 2017.
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare Vietnam against other countries in the region of East Asia & Pacific.